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managing chickenpox in children

How Can You Prevent and Manage Chickenpox in Children?

Chickenpox is a common illness in children, especially those under the age of 10. Caused by the varicella-zoster virus, chickenpox is highly contagious and spreads quickly among children, especially in schools and nurseries. While it is usually mild, it can make your child feel very unwell for a few days.

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Understanding the contagious period of chickenpox

How Long Is Chickenpox Contagious For?

Chickenpox was once one of the most common and contagious childhood diseases. Just about everyone missed several days of school while they went through the uncomfortable, itchy rash chickenpox causes. Thanks to the widely available chickenpox vaccination, children and adults no longer need to experience the miserable virus. How Does

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